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Asked by Ms.Mei Ling from USA | Jan. 02, 2011 00:14
About:Chinese Names

I was also wondering if you can explain why some Chinese older generation usually have two different given names. I think one is only used within the family.

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Answered by Mr.Leo | Jan. 03, 2011 02:56
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You are right, one was used in family like nickname, and the other was used officially.
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